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The Fawn Response: When Being “Nice” Is Really About Survival
Rebecca Kennedy Rebecca Kennedy

The Fawn Response: When Being “Nice” Is Really About Survival

Unlike fight, flight, or freeze, fawning can be harder to spot. It doesn’t look like fear. Instead, it looks like loyalty or being “nice.” Underneath, it’s a survival strategy wired into the body to preserve safety and connection when other options aren’t available.

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Stress Isn’t a Sign You’re Broken
Rebecca Kennedy Rebecca Kennedy

Stress Isn’t a Sign You’re Broken

We’ve been taught to fear stress and anxiety, but often they’re simply our body’s appropriate response to a situation. Learn how to tell when your nervous system is just doing its job, and when it needs a little support to recalibrate.

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The Mask is Coming Off
Rebecca Kennedy Rebecca Kennedy

The Mask is Coming Off

You’re not alone; most people have masks on. But sometimes it takes seeing someone else pull theirs down to feel like you can do the same.

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How Scent Can Rewire the Brain
Rebecca Kennedy Rebecca Kennedy

How Scent Can Rewire the Brain

Scent has a direct line to the emotional center of your brain, and when used intentionally, it can be a powerful tool for nervous system regulation and emotional healing.

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